as in reliability
the ability to withstand force or stress without being distorted, dislodged, or damaged
demonstrated the suitcase's sturdiness by dropping it from a third-floor window
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Recent Examples of sturdiness
The Schwinn Elm and Koen is a favorite of mine for its sturdiness, adjustability, and ergonomic design.
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Anja Webb, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
Edgerton’s performance style has always tended toward sturdiness, which has often drawn charges of being stiff or dull.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
So yeah, proper baking is the key to getting the sturdiness, for sure.
—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
More than 10,000 shoppers have rated this patio set five stars for its comfort and sturdiness.
—Rylee Johnston, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
However, Ball’s power and sturdiness proved to be the difference.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
Fabrics treated with Tough Cotton Technology enhance the sturdiness of canvas fabrics, while tonal inserts, brocade and floral patterns keep the jackets visually soft.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
During the 2019 reveal of the Tesla Cybertruck, the company’s chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, threw steel balls at the truck to demonstrate its sturdiness, but instead shattered two windows.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
Known for its ease and sturdiness, this record player makes for a great addition.
—Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2025
Anja Webb, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
Edgerton’s performance style has always tended toward sturdiness, which has often drawn charges of being stiff or dull.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 16 Sep. 2025
So yeah, proper baking is the key to getting the sturdiness, for sure.
—Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
More than 10,000 shoppers have rated this patio set five stars for its comfort and sturdiness.
—Rylee Johnston, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
However, Ball’s power and sturdiness proved to be the difference.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2025
Fabrics treated with Tough Cotton Technology enhance the sturdiness of canvas fabrics, while tonal inserts, brocade and floral patterns keep the jackets visually soft.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 6 Aug. 2025
During the 2019 reveal of the Tesla Cybertruck, the company’s chief designer, Franz von Holzhausen, threw steel balls at the truck to demonstrate its sturdiness, but instead shattered two windows.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2025
Known for its ease and sturdiness, this record player makes for a great addition.
—Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sturdiness
Noun
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If Okoro plays his cards right (and follows through on his jumper), Josh Giddey should improve his reliability as an offensive player.—
Joel Lorenzi,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The new method could improve the safety and reliability of future nuclear reactors.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Look no further than fuel costs over the last month to demonstrate the stability in the market.—
washinton examiner staff,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Oct. 2025
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For a company that has prided itself on organizational stability throughout Cook’s tenure, the simultaneous departure of multiple senior executives marks a significant shift.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Linebacker Zaire Franklin could not care less about the Colts’ strength of schedule.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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Another important strength of the category may look at first like a contradiction.—
Rebecca Ackermann,
The Atlantic,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Sturdiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sturdiness. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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